I have a story recently published in Syncopation Literary Journal, Volume 2, Issue 3, called “Untouchable”.

It was nominated for a Pushcart Prize by Syncopation Literary Journal. A story so sad that I have a hard time re-reading it. I feel like so many people dwell in this dark part of the human existence. I wish I could help them all.

The story is set in India and revolves around a daughter and her father, and the circumstances of their existence. I find that despair is an unwelcome guest in my head, and while it tramples over my words at times, I refute it with as much hope as I can find. I think this story is a good example of that. It’s short, it makes me feel, and I’m so glad it has seen the light of day. Thank you, Syncopation! It’s in an issue with a theme of dance, and that is very much a part of the narrative.